DR Congo boat collision kills at least 30, dozens missing
Summary
A boat collision on the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 30 people, with many more still missing. The accident happened near Ngombe-Lukolela in Equateur province when two boats traveling from different locations crashed on Sunday evening.Key Facts
- The collision involved a metal vessel called “Dieu se cache” from Kinshasa and a wooden vessel named “HB Super Victoire” from Businga.
- At least 30 people drowned, and search efforts are ongoing to find those missing.
- Passengers were trapped underwater, and one of the boats sank after the crash.
- The cause of the collision is not yet clear.
- Boats often travel at night, and overcrowding with goods and people may contribute to accidents.
- Poor safety rules and weak infrastructure in the region increase the risk of boating disasters.
- Similar accidents have killed hundreds in recent years in the country.
- In July, another boat accident killed at least 20 students returning from state exams in Kasai province.
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